Social Work Assistant; Band 4

MPA Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Band 4 Social Work Assistant in Strabane.

To provide a flexible support service to families with children in need in keeping with the assessed Care Plan and this will include some evening/weekend work.

MUST Currently hold or be eligible for immediate registration with the NISCC on the Social Care part of the register.

AND

Minimum of Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a care related subject or an educational related subject

AND

1 years’ experience of working with families/children in a formal setting, where the work was regular

OR

Level 2 qualification in a Care related or an educational related subject

AND

2 years’ experience of working with families/children in a formal setting, where the work was regular

OR

4 years’ experience of working with families /children in a formal setting, where the work was regular

• To assist Social Workers in assessing the needs to children, young people and families in accordance with Legislation, Policy and Procedure.
• To assist Social Workers in the implementation of Child Care Plans.
• To undertake direct work with children and young people.
• To facilitate supervised Family Time / contact arrangements. This will include driving duties.
• To support parents, children and young people in developing confidence and self-esteem.
• To contribute to parenting programmes (individual and group work).
• To maintain individual caseloads and provide reports and information as required including giving evidence in Court.
• To maintain appropriate records.
• To participate in supervision, peer support groups and appropriate training and developments.
• To participate in Team Meetings and contribute to the development of the Team.
• To liaise with other agencies in multi-disciplinary work appropriate to individual cases.
• To highlight concerns/untoward events regarding children and young people in keeping with Trust Policies and Procedures.
• To act in accordance with Trust Policies and Procedures in all matters.
• To maintain a high degree of confidentiality/discretion.

This is for 1 month initially and possibly longer (up to 3 months).